ABOUT US
Our History
“There are no coincidences, only signs of alignment.” – The Karma Yogi
Both Charlie and Jason share a love of the built environment. More specifically, for beautifully executed solutions. They first crossed paths playing traditional roles: Charlie as the architect and Jason as the contractor on a complicated private school renovation. They immediately left impressions on one another: Jason as a collaborative problem solver; Charlie as a creative and passionate innovator. A mutual admiration was born and conversations soon followed of a shared vision for a better way of serving clients – where the architect and contractor are truly one entity.
In the spring of 2015 Capstone Design + Build was formed. Capstone’s first headquarters was a modest space (a converted commercial boiler room) on the North side of Lancaster City, which Charlie was already using as his architectural office. Jason’s first desk space was “The Ink Vault,” which ironically had a 5’-6” brick arched doorway.
Capstone’s first construction project was also modest: a conversion of an attic space into a bedroom. Larger projects followed and word travelled fast. Capstone soon outgrew their space and relocated to a much larger studio space in downtown Lancaster in 2018. The team has also been steadily growing – mainly by word of mouth. Jason and Charlie are truly grateful for the opportunities that continue to come their way, for the team members that lend their passion and skills to each project, and for the clients (many of them repeat) who trust them to focus and execute their vision. Many more rewarding years are ahead!
Meet The Team
Jason Binkley
Chief Builder
Charles Yohe, AIA
Principal Architect
Josiah Stoltzfus
Project Manager
Greg Royer
Field Supervisor
Chip
Office Greeter, Trash Inspector
Team + Play
Team Building is a fundamental part to our productivity. At Capstone Design + Build, we recognize the importance in keeping our team connected. Our events help to encourage creativity, enhance communication, and build trust.
Some examples of these events include…
Office Ping-Pong Tournaments
Baseball Game Outings
Community Volunteer Work
Pumpkin Carving
Bowling
Laser Tag
Annual Christmas Party
Sporting Clay Events
Hatchet Throwing